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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in M&A strategy through financial analysis, data integrity, and due diligence, while effectively communicating insights in board-level reports. Proven ability to build relationships and coach analysts in a fast-paced environment.
Highest-signal resume keywords
M&A ExperienceFinancial Due DiligenceData Modelling SkillsMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyFinancial Reporting
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Financial AnalysisData AccuracyPerformance KPIsData VisualisationAnalytical Skills
Soft Skills
Relationship BuildingCoachingAdaptabilityProactivityCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelData Visualisation Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
ACAACCARelevant Degree
Industry Keywords
M&A StrategyAcquisition TargetsCorporate FinanceTransaction ServicesBoard-Level Reports
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Research, collect and organise financial and operational data from multiple sources to inform M&A strategy
- Drive and maintain data accuracy, integrity, and consistency in support of M&A activity
- Evaluate potential acquisition targets against set criteria and performance KPIs
- Support production and drafting of board-level reports associated with acquisition strategy
- Monitor acquisitions against set KPIs
- Support and undertake financial due diligence on potential targets
- Build relationships with Sumer Exco and the Board, third-party introducers, and management teams of potential and acquired targets
- Execute M&A opportunities across the UK and potentially internationally
Requirements
What you’ll need- Demonstrable experience working in M&A related functions e.g. transactions services or corporate finance
- Knowledge/qualifications relating to financial performance (eg. ACA, ACCA or relevant degree)
- Strong analytical and data modelling skills
- High degree of competency using Microsoft Excel and other data visualisation tools
- Ability to translate financial analysis into clear, concise written reports
- Ability to prepare high-quality first drafts for review
- Ability to coach and develop analysts, particularly in delivering financial analysis and due diligence reports
- A keen interest in M&A and supporting acquisition activities
- Commercially minded, adaptable and proactive, with a willingness to take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Comp & perks- You will develop and enhance a wide range of M&A-related skills, and gain exposure to commercial considerations when evaluating businesses
- You will gain understanding of the end-to-end deal process from origination through to completion
- You will develop an understanding of the legal complexities of a deal and how to deal with complex legal documents
- The M&A team is at the heart of the Sumer Group, where you will working closely with C-suite and senior leaders from across the group
- Sumer has a flexible working policy – please ask for more detail!
- Sumer offers a competitive benefits package
- An environment to grow and create your own career opportunities
- Inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated